Hispanic Heritage Month Race and society

Our librarians selected these resources to illuminate history.

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Bravo!

 Margarita Engle
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Built from the fire

 Victor Luckerson
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El Norte

 Carrie Gibson
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Wildblood

 Lauren Blackwood

Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration from September 15–October 15 to recognize the many contributions made by Hispanic and Latino community members to the history and culture of the United States, including important advocacy work, vibrant art, popular and traditional foods, and much more.

Today, the Latino population in the United States today is over 60 million, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This makes up 18.9% of the total population and is the largest racial or ethnic group.

Art and culture

National Museum of American Latino ¡Presente!
Explore "¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States" through an interactive gallery map or a self-guided tour.
Angela Dominguez — ARTIST HIGHLIGHT
Check out Angela Dominguez, a Mexican-American author and illustrator with over 10 children’s books including the beloved Stella Díaz series.

Activities and events

Local events
Visit BASE Southern Oregon's event calendar to see upcoming community events.
Crayola Hispanic Heritage Coloring Pages
Browse Crayola’s coloring pages celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.
Alebrijes coloring pages
Learn about and color fantastical Alebrijes (whimsical creatures or spirit animals) and animals native to Mexico.

Dive-in to a specific subject

Explore historical documents, immerse yourself in diverse cultural perspectives, and discover an extensive array of educational resources related to race and society.

National Hispanic Heritage Month

The Library of Congress, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, and others join in paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation.

COW CREEK EDUCATION RESOURCE CENTER

Access the Takelma language dictionary, explore educational materials, listen to restored audio and more.

PBS Latino Experience

Explore this PBS collection featuring films documenting the U.S. Latino Experience.

OREGON BLACK PIONEERS

Explore digital exhibits on the rich history of Black pioneers throughout Oregon.

The history of racism in Southern Oregon

Join NBC5 for a three-part mini series covering the history of racism in southern Oregon.

Part 1

Look back at Oregon’s history with race and uncover some difficult realities.

Part 2

NBC5 breaks down the last 100 years of Oregon's history.

Part 3

Learn how minorities feel they’re treated in the Rogue Valley.

Local resources

BLACK SOUTHERN OREGON ALLIANCE
Black Southern Oregon Alliance brings people together to enhance educational and economic opportunities for all Black/African Americans and People of Color.
BASE: BLACK ALLIANCE & SOCIAL EMPOWERMENT
BASE serves to create a supportive community where Black people in Southern Oregon feel safe, respected, and comfortable being themselves
COALITION FOR COMMUNITIES OF COLOR
The Coalition of Communities of Color addresses socioeconomic disparities, institutional racism and inequity of services experienced in our area.

Archives and encyclopedias

CHINESE AMERICANS IN OREGON
Explore everything from the Oregon Trail and Native Americans, to the arts and archeology of Oregon. Learn about the Cantonese-Chinese during the Pioneer Period in the 1850s.
HISTORIC OREGON NEWSPAPERS
Search and access complete content for historic Oregon newspapers dating back to 1946.
NDNHISTORY RESEARCH
Browse a collection of essays on the history and anthropology of Oregon's indigenous tribes.